Saturday, February 27th, 2016

Schoolhouse Songwriter Series

At the Old Franklin Schoolhouse -
8:00

Middlesex Avenue a/k/a "Route 27" for those whose GPS prefers that sort of thing. Parking across the street in the Borough Hall Parking Lot.

This will be songs in the round with Avi Wisnia (aviwisnia.com), Fred Gillen Jr. (fredgillenjr.com) and my friend Sharon Goldman (sharongoldmanmusic.com).

Sponsored by the Metuchen Arts Council, in cooperation with the Borough Improvement League, the organization that keeps the historic one-room schoolhouse up and running. Check out the Old Franklin Schoolhouse page at www.facebook.com/oldfranklinschoolhouse

Friday, September 4th, 2015

Inn At Millrace Pond

7:00 - 9:00 PM

Eighteenth century stone building with a preserved gristmill wheel as the centerpiece of an atmosphere of historic décor. Come for dinner, drinks, to stay for the weekend or all of the above.

Friday, August 28th, 2015

Uke NJ 3

8:00 PM

21 Normandy Heights Avenue Morristown New Jersey (908) 229-1214

Price: See website for many package cho

Please join us for Uke New Jersey 3!, the third annual Ukulele festival to be sponsored by the Folk Project and held in Morristown, NJ from Friday, August 28 through Sunday, August 30, 2015. This event features concerts, workshops, vendors, open mics, jams and much more.

My performance will be on Friday at 8:00 PM and I'll also offer a songwriting workshop on Saturday at 11:00 AM..

Children 12 and under attend for free! (Children 16 and under must be accompanied by a paid adult at all times.)

The festival is held in a mansion built in 1912 with an added 180-seat theater-style auditorium on beautiful grounds with a large patio, brick labyrinth and many places for jamming.

Saturday, August 1st, 2015

Vasa Park

Taste of New Jersey at Vasa Park -
3:00 to 9:00 PM

1 Vasa Dr Budd Lake New Jersey US (973) 527-7152

Price: $10 Adults $5 Kids

Headliner is the premier Bon Jovi tribute band, Slippery When Wet! I'm playing a 45 minute set with Renee Paddock.

Saturday, July 25th, 2015

Folk Project Minstrel

Minstrel Birthday Celebration with Tom Paxton -
8:00

240 Southern Boulevard Chatham New Jersey

Price: $30

I'll be participating in the opening set for this Tom Paxton show. The Sanctuary Concert Series in Chatham is throwing the Folk Project Minstrel Concert Series a birthday gift. The event will be co-hosted by both venues and held at the Sanctuary Concert location in Chatham, NJ. For information about how to order tickets for $30.00 each, please visit ...

Friday, June 19th, 2015

AJ Meerwald Cruise

5:00 PM

Sail on the Historic AJ Meerwald Tall Ship! The 115-foot fully restored oyster schooner will be docked at the Perth Amboy Marina and will launch for a 3 hour cruise around the Raritan Bay. The ship is operated by the Discovery Project, a nonprofit organization that restored the ship and operates it as a sailing classroom to promote ecological and historical awareness of the Delaware Bay area.

Sunday, March 1st, 2015

Malelani Cafe

2:00 to 5:00 PM

Sunday, February 22nd, 2015

4:00 PM

Green Brook New Jersey 08812

Price: Suggested donation $20

Opening for Craig Bickhardt
Reservations and directions by submitting an inquiry at www.cozycabinconcerts.com
An encouraging and empowering environment for musicians to make sounds for "gourmet" audiences. The ambiance is unparalleled in an authentic Adirondack style cabin nestled in the Watchung mountains.

Gather with fellow concert-goers at 3:15 - bring a pot luck dish or dessert to share!

Friday, December 19th, 2014

Winter Holiday Benefit -
8:00 PM

21 Normandy Heights Road Morristown New Jersey US 973-335-9489

Price: $10.00

Getting together with a team of performers to raise funds for the Morristown Unitarian Fellowship building project. Dave Kleiner/Liz Pagan, Bob McNally, Jeff "Big Jeff" DeSmedt, Kathy Haynie, Bill Hall, Jefferson Berry and yours truly will deliver all your holiday comic jeer and warm fuzzy cheer all together in the same fun filled evening.

Thursday, December 18th, 2014

Skylands Songwriters Guild

at Enzo's Pizza -
7:00 - 10:00 pm

382 Route 46 Budd Lake New Jersey (973) 691-1330

Price: $5

Sklylands is decking the halls with holiday songs all evening with a diverse collection of merry crooners.

7:00 - 9:00 PM

Saturday, July 19th, 2014

Huntington Folk Festival

4:00 PM

Thursday, June 19th, 2014

6:30 to 8:00 PM

Near 34 Main Street Madison New Jersey

The Madison Music Association together with the Madison Arts and Cultural Alliance is running this inaugural program on Thursday nights from May 1st through September 18th. It will be a cornucopia of talented musicians and visual artists performing in the thriving downtown sidewalk area between Shanghai Jazz (24 Main) and Drip Coffee (34 Main).

Saturday, June 7th, 2014

Church of the Redeemer

Redeemerfest 2014 -
7:00 PM

36 South Street Morristown New Jersey (973) 539-0703

Price: Free outdoor concert event

Bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the summer evening.

Friday, May 16th, 2014

Lockwood Tavern

Girls' Night Out Songwriter Showcase -
8:00 PM

77 Rt. 206 Byram New Jersey 07874 US (973) 347-0077

Hosted by the one and only Maribyrd ... songwriter, artist and general creative genius ... singing some songs from her new recording work in progress. The Lockwood has great food and an inviting rustic atmosphere.

Saturday, May 3rd, 2014

Cream Ridge Winery

26th Anniversary Folk Festival -
Playing at Noon and 4:00 (1 hr each)

145 Route 539 Cream Ridge NJ 08514 (908) 259-9797

Price: $5

Bring your own picnic meal or enjoy one of the nearby restaurants.

Saturday, April 5th, 2014

DJ Interview Room -
11:00 AM

Located at the Presbyterian Church of Chatham - 240 Southern Boulevard Chatham New Jersey 07928 US

Price: see website

The Northeast Regional Folk Alliance puts on a full day event for musicians, performers and industry leaders. I will be interviewed by house concert presenter, Chris Kunstadter, and then perform my song "My Father's Garden" on the main stage.

Sunday, March 30th, 2014

Montclair State University Radio

Radio Nowhere with Joe Pszonek -
7:15 PM

90.3 FM or streaming at http://www.streamingthe.net/WMSC-90.3-FM-Montclair/p/24471 New Jersey

I'll have a visit with Joltin' Joe to talk up the fantastic NERFA One-Day Conference coming up. I'll be joined by Mike Del Vecchio, one of the conference's organizers and the representative of the host venue, The Sanctuary Concerts. We'll talk, laugh, tell some stories and sing some tunes.

Thursday, March 20th, 2014

Skylands Songwriters Guild

at Enzo's Pizzeria -
7:00 - 10:00

382 Route 46 Budd Lake New Jersey (973) 691-1330

Price: $5

Open mic starts the evening. Sign up at 6:30
Hosted by Karen Kamenetsky
Sound by Mountain Ledge Music

Saturday, January 11th, 2014

8:00 PM

Saturday, December 14th, 2013

SANTA TRAIN

Sponsored by the Tri-State Railway Historical Society -
See below for departure times and locations

(877) 6TRAINZ

Price: Adults $15 Kids $10

Tis the season to enjoy a festive train ride with Santa! I'll be leading the crowd in holiday songs while favorite childhood characters bring smiles to all faces and put everyone in the holiday sprit. Then a visit from Santa for every child on board! Trains depart from the NJ Transit Denville Train Station at 9:00 AM or 1:30 PM.

Friday, November 29th, 2013

Madison Holiday Arts Festival

Drip -
2:30 - 3:45

Teaming up with my pedal steel guitar buddy, Michael Pfeifer, in our duo we call "STEEL AND THE GIRL"

Sunday, November 17th, 2013

Borderline Folk Music Club

Special Guest of Doug and Telisha Williams -
2:00 pm

7 Trailside Court New City New York (845) 354-4586

Price: $20.00

Reservations can also be made by an email to Sol Zeller (solz1@optonline.net)

The Borderline is an essential part of the cultrual opportunities offered in the Rockland County area. With a mission to provide entertainment as well an educational experience, the organizers of this series believe that roots music, commonly referred to as Folk music, is our window into the past and blends traditions for many cultures and nationalities. I'll be gladly sharing the stage with Doug and Telisha Williams.

Wednesday, November 13th, 2013

Hansil's Bar & Grill

8:30 - 9:00

7 Ramapo Valley Road Oakland New Jersey 07436 US (201)-337-5649

Playing a set with my pedal steel pal, Michael Pfeifer in our duo called "Steel and the Girl"

Friday, June 14th, 2013

AJ Meerwald Cruise

"Music On The Bay" -
5:00 PM

Sail on the Historic AJ Meerwald Tall Ship! The 115-foot fully restored oyster schooner will be docked at the Perth Amboy Marina and will launch for a 2 1/2 cruise around the Raritan Bay. The ship is operated by the Discovery Project, a nonprofit organization that restored the ship and operates it as a sailing classroom to promote ecological and historical awareness of the Delaware Bay area.

Reservations can be made through three different sponsoring organizations as follows:
1) The Associateion of NJ Environmental Commissions (973) 539-7547
2) NY/NJ Baykeeper (732) 888-9870
3) Crossroads of the American Revolution National Heritage Area (609) 633-2060

Friday, May 31st, 2013

Inn At Millrace Pond

8:00 - 10:00

313 Johnsonburg Road Hope New Jersey 07844 (908) 459-4884

Friday, May 24th, 2013

Folk Project 2013 Spring Festival

at Camp Bernie, Turkey Top Road Port Murray (south of Hackettstown) New Jersey

Price: See www.folkproject.org

I'll be performing in a song circle with Jacob Johnson and Mike Merenda. I'll also offer a workshop discussing how to make your studio time more efficient and productive.

This is part of a spectacular three day event that you don't want to miss. A weekend full of concerts, workshops and jamming with friends old and new. Go to the website to find out contact information and how to pre-register for the best music vaction you'll ever take.